Empathy is widely considered a crucial skill for today's kids and the foundation for global citizenship. Books that depict positive, diverse role models can help children become aware of their own feelings and understand the experiences of others. By sharing them with the kids in your life, you'll go a long way towards building empathy and equipping them to succeed throughout their lives.

A heartwarming fable for our time

Just Like Brothers

A small boy and a young wolf cub are told to fear each other — only to find that they have more in common than their mothers ever dreamed. This simple but profound story makes it easy to start conversations about prejudice, empathy and trust.

Empathy and Self-Esteem

The Barefoot Book of Children

Foster empathy and self-esteem with positive depictions of kids who are not often represented in children's books: kids who wear an eye patch or have Down Syndrome; who follow a specific religion or no religion at all; who have biological, adopted, same-sex, step- and foster-parents; who communicate in sign language or have a parent in the military.

Ages 3 – 10 | HARDCOVER64pp | 10 x 11.75 IN

$19.99 USD

BACK IN PRINT! First Experiences

BACK IN PRINT!Ruby's Baby Brother

Ruby is not so sure about the smelly, noisy baby her parents just brought home. When she gets to know little Leon, will she change her mind about being a big sister? A perfect tale for addressing the feelings that come with the arrival a new sibling.

Ages 3 – 7 | PAPERBACK32pp | 8.5 x 10.75 IN$8.99 USD

Routines and Emotions

Emily's Tiger

When Emily's temper flares, she turns into a tiger! Start a conversation about frustration and anger — and how to handle these emotions — with this fun and relatable story.

Ages 3 – 7 | PAPERBACK32pp | 8.5 x 10.75 IN$8.99 USD

Understanding Others

The Boy Who Grew Flowers

Inspired by the experiences of her brother, who is on the autism spectrum, author Jen Wojtowicz weaves the story of an unusual boy with an incredible secret, and how his life changes when a new kind girl joins his class. Contains a lovely message about the power of accepting those who seem different.

Ages 4 – 10 | PAPERBACK32pp | 8.5 x 10.75 IN$8.99 USD

Positive Role Models

The Girl with a Brave Heart

When young Shiraz shows kindness to the strange old woman who lives next door, extraordinary things begin to happen. A beautiful story about empathy from Tehran-born Israeli pop star Rita Jahanforuz.

Ages 4 – 10 | PAPERBACK40pp | 8.5 x 10.75 IN$8.99 USD

Gratitude

The Blue Bird's Palace

When Natasha makes a selfish choice, the Guardian of the Blue Forest transforms her into a blue bird! Will she learn to be grateful for what she has, or will she be a blue bird forever? Carole Hénaff's powerful illustrations make this Russian folklore-inspired tale of inner change truly unforgettable.

Ages 4 – 10 | HARDCOVER40pp | 10 x 10.5 IN $16.99 USD

Generosity

Mama Panya's Pancakes

Adika wants to invite the whole village over for dinner to try his mama's pancakes — but how will they feed everyone? This celebration of generosity and community includes 9 pages of information about the geography of Kenya and the languages and customs of its people.